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BACA -- Frances M. Baca, 94, of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 19, 2008. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother. She resided in Albuquerque most of her life and was a member of Iglesia Congregational Unida, UCC, along with her family. Frances was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Joel B. Baca, in 1990. She was also preceded in death by a son, Ben Baca, in 1989. Frances is survived by her daughter, Ruth Montano and her husband Chris; a son, Tom Baca and his wife, Christine, all of Albuquerque; 10 grandchildren and many great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE with Rev. Daniel Erdman officiating. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro Dr. NE. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Monday, January 21, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

BAUER -- Charles William Bauer, age 81, of Albuquerque, passed away on Friday, January 18, 2008. He was born on October 18, 1926 in Mifflin Township, Pennsylvania. Charles met and married the love of his life, Rhea Pirl on August 13, 1945 in New York. She preceded him in death on July 31, 2005. He moved to Albuquerque in 1958 and worked for Southern Union Gas Company. Charles retired from PNM in 1988 after 30 years of service. He is survived by his daughter, Vera and husband, Mel Masters of Albuquerque; a son, Charles W. Bauer II and wife, Glenda of Henderson, NV; two grandchildren, Rhea Jean Holliday and husband, Cameron of Loveland, CO, and John James Masters and wife, JoAnn of Edgewood; and two great- grandchildren, Jamie Ann and Amanda Jean who were the absolute "apples" of his eye. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, January 23, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Tuesday, January 22, 2008 from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

BERGER -- Marilyn June (Lichtenberger) Berger, went to be with our Lord on January 19, 2008. She was born in Pekin, Illinois at home on June 22, 1929 to Christ and Rose (Keller) Lichtenberger. She graduated from Pekin Community High School (PCHS). Her first job was with Farmers Auto of Pekin. She worked at Caterpillar until she moved in 1965 to Albuquerque. She worked for Social Security Administration until her retirement in 1972. She married Thomas Berger in 1968 and raised her daughters. She loved traveling and visiting their grandkids scattered across the U.S. meeting new friends in their motor home trips and cherished all of them. She is survived by her husband, Thomas Berger of Albuquerque; one brother, Ken Lichtenberger and wife, Lee of Tucson, AZ; daughters, Jennifer Sandoval and husband, Samuel of Albuquerque, Beth Steele and husband, Thomas of Oklahoma City and Cynthia Gfeller and husband, Eric of Albuquerque. She also enjoyed the entertainment and joy of her wonderful ten grandkids and ten great grandkids. She is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and three sisters. Visitation will be held at French Mortuary Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE, on Tuesday, January 22, 2008, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. She will be buried in Pekin, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the cancer charity of your choice. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

BURGE -- GORDON M. After recently accepting Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, Gordon M. Burge left to be with his heavenly father on January 17, 2008. Gordon passed away peacefully at his son's home in Arroyo Seco. He was 84. Gordon was born in Clay Center, Nebraska on August 3, 1923 to Percy and Lillian Burge. After graduating from Reserve High School in Reserve, Kansas, Gordon entered the Untied States Navy and served in the south pacific during World War II. After the war Gordon returned to Nebraska and started working for a local linen cleaning company in Hastings, Nebraska where he met his future wife Ivadell Mumby. Marrying in 1954 in Hasting, Nebraska Gordon and Ivadell continued working in Hastings with Gordon working at the ammunition depot at Hastings. After reading a help wanted ad at the ammunition depot Gordon and family along with several other men and their families moved to Los Alamos, NM to begin a career as a security guard for the AEC in 1957. Both Gordon and Ivadell worked many years for the government retiring in the early 1980s. After retiring Gordon and Ivadell moved to Albuquerque and the Edgewood, NM area for a couple of years before moving back to Hastings, Nebraska. In 1989 Gordon and Ivadell moved to Grove, Oklahoma. In July of 1990 Ivadell suddenly passed away. Gordon continued to live in Grove until July 2007. Moving back to Los Alamos to be closer to his children, Gordon lived at the senior condos. Unable to live alone anymore and in declining health Gordon was moved over to Sombrillo Nursing Center. Wanting to be in a home environment upon his death, Gordon was brought to his sons' home. Gordon is survived by his daughter, Joni Powell and her husband George; son, Terry and his wife Diana; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. Gordon was preceded in death by his wife, Ivadell and his sister, Joanne Durflinger in January of 2007. No services are planned. He will be buried next to his wife and all of his other family in Edgar, Nebraska. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

CAMPBELL -- Geraldine Poe Campbell, 95, slipped into the arms of the Lord January 19, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce in 1996, and her brother J. C. Poe. Geraldine is survived by her brother, Bob Poe, several other family members and dear friends, including Pat Bradshaw, Jean Tuttle, and Keith and Susan Weathersby. Geraldine taught 10 years in Texas after graduation from Howard-Payne University with a Bachelors Degree, and Hardin-Simmons University with a Masters Degree. She and Bruce moved to Albuquerque in 1946 where she taught at Jefferson Junior High and Valley High School over a period of 30 years with APS. Mrs. Campbell was an active member of First Baptist Church, the Albuquerque Retired Teachers Association, Delta Kappa Gamma Society, Daughters of the Nile, Adah Chapter of Eastern Star, and the Albuquerque Old Glass Club. Services will be on Thursday, January 24, 2008, 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 101 Broadway NE, with Rev. Michael M. Cook officiating. Interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Memorial Contributions may be made to First Baptist Church Building Fund, 101 Broadway, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

CANZONERI -- Isabelle Francis Canzoneri, a resident at Lea County Good Samaritan Village in Hobbs, NM, died on January 17. She was 86. She was born August 23, 1921 in Seboyeta, NM and lived most of her life in Albuquerque, NM. Isabelle was the youngest daughter of Narciso Francis and Philomena Michael who had emigrated from Lebanon in the 1890s and established a ranch in Seboyeta, New Mexico. She attended St. Vincent's Girls Academy in Albuquerque, graduating in 1939 with the highest honors. She married John Canzoneri Sr. in 1951 and together they raised two children. John and Isabelle owned the popular restaurant, The Embers which was known for "great steaks" and "great jazz." After retiring from the restaurant business, Isabelle pursued her love of art and painting. She was a long time member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Isabelle was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, six sisters, and husband. Isabelle is survived by her son, John Canzoneri Jr. and wife, Susan of Denver, CO; daughter, Mary Lyle and husband, Douglas of Hobbs; stepdaughters, Emanuela Ross and husband, Charles of Cincinnati, OH; and Joan Marie Rossi and husband, Nick of Corning, NY; her seventeen grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be held on Tuesday, January 22 at 7:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Service. The Funeral Mass will be offered by Msgr. Francis Xavier Eggert on Wednesday, January 23 at 10:00 a.m. at Gate of Heaven Cemetery Chapel. Interment will take place immediately after the Mass. Memorial donations can be sent to: Lea County Good Samaritan Village, 1701 N. Turner, Hobbs, NM 88240 or to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

HERNANDEZ -- Judge Benigno B. C. (Ben) Hernandez, 90, a resident of Albuquerque, died peacefully Sunday, September 30, 2007. A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, January 27, 2008, 12:00 p.m., at the Albuquerque County Club, 601 Laguna Blvd. SW. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

LANNIN -- Max Michael Lannin Max, It has been one year since you have left us. Everyday that you have been gone it has been painful for us. Your death happend so quickly that we are still in shock. Looking at your boys we are able to still see you. We love you and miss you very much.
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

LUCERO -- Willie Lucero, age 85, of Albuquerque, surrounded by his loving family, went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, January 16, 2008. He was well known in Albuquerque as a home builder and construction manager. Willie never met a stranger and will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Vinia; daughter, Carolyn Arnold and husband, Don and their children, Michelle and Courtney; daughter, Linda Lucero and her daughter, Talia and husband, Elgie; son, Ben Lucero and wife Wendy and children, Brooke and husband, David, Shannon and husband, Wally, Breyanna, and Dax; son, David Lucero and daughters, Reyna and Patricia Faith; great-grandchildren, Isaiah, Logan, Haley, Kameron; and three brothers and six sisters. Willie was preceded in death by sons, Willie Jr. and Johnny Robert and daughter, Lorie. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, January 22, at 11:00 a.m., at Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque (Hub building), 4001 Osuna NE. A Committal Service will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. with military honors by the United States Volunteers. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 505.275.3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

MARRS -- Major Dodson Ramseur Marrs, USA, (Ret), 53, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1991, passed away Saturday, January 19, 2008. He is survived by Irene Marrs; children, Brandy Marrs of Albuquerque; Mike and Mark Riddick and families of VA; Cipriano Mondragon and family of Rio Rancho; NM; Esperanza Cordova and family of Rio Rancho, NM; grandchildren, Nathan Edward Riddick, Samantha Perez, Glen Rhodes, and Vicente Mondragon; mother, Annette Marrs of Albuquerque; sisters, Priscilla Newberger and family of OR; Lee Marrs and family of CA; brothers, John Marrs of CA, Lt. Col. William Marrs and family of IL; Lt. Col. James Marrs and family of TX; and numerous other relatives and friends. Dodson was preceded in death by his father Major Gen. Theodore C. Marrs in 1990. He was born on July 2, 1954 on Eglin AFB, Florida and moved to New Mexico in 1987. He was a very generous and helpful person to his friends and neighbors, never expecting anything in return. Dodson was very easy going, intelligent and loved to fix things. He was a loving father, grandfather, son, brother and friend to many and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Graveside services will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, NM on Wednesday, January 23, 2008, 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please plant flowers in Dodson's memory. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

MUNIZ -- Eddie Muniz, 72, passed away January 18, 2008. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, January 23, 2008 at Holy Ghost church at 8:30 a.m. Interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

SALAZAR -- Eloy F. In Loving Memory Eloy F. Salazar So many years have gone by since you left us. Not a day goes by that you are not in our thoughts with so much love. Miss you and love you. Your wife, Lita; children; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

SAN MARTIN-GONZALES -- CHRISTOPHER Mi Corazon, It has been 1,095 days (3 years) today that our life as we knew it had been changed forever. The broken hearts we live with each day is the worst pain any parent can endure. We try to understand "why" this happened and pray to our lord to give us the strength and guidance we need to carry on. The world around us keeps moving quickly and we try to keep up. We often wonder will the pain ever go away, and we are told no it just gets a little easier to live with. We hold on to each other and find comfort in your pictures and the many wonderful memories we have of you. When I look at the faces of your little brother Jacob, and your daughter Marisa, I can truly see you. We Thank God everyday for choosing us to be your parents and the time we were given to be blessed with you. "A parent holds a child's hand for a short time, but their Hearts forever." Love and Miss you very much, Mom, Dad, Little Brother, and Baby Girl.
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

TORRES -- Crespin "Chris" Torres, age 72 died restfully in the arms of loving wife Susana and surrounded by his four children on January 18, 2008. Mr. Torres was born in Las Palomas NM May 18, 1935. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ismael and Louisa and brother, Alberto Torres. He is survived by his wife, Susana; daughter, Donna Torres; and husband, Jim; sons, Albert Torres, Patrick Torres and wife, Josette, and Danny Torres and wife Alicia; brothers, Tacho and Ismael; sisters Melda, Marry Helen, Viola, Catalina and Theresa; and many nieces and nephews. Chris was a proud Air Force veteran and a Teamster retiree. He will always be remembered as the man with a great sense of humor, always wearing his cowboy hat and shiny cowboy boots. Crespin was a loving husband, father, grandfather and caring friend. Pallbearers will be George Watson, Patrick Torres, Arthur Martinez, Gabriel Torres, Christopher Torres and Mike Anaya, and honorary pallbearer Grady Young. Visitations will take place Tuesday January 22 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 3rd Street SW. A rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. A Mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. at the Santuario de San Martin catholic church. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 247-4124
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008

VAUGHN -- Eliza Jane Vaughn, 83, a resident of Albuquerque for 47 years, died Wednesday, January 16, 2008 peacefully at her home. She is survived by her son, Michael Vaughn and his wife, Judy; daughter, Eilene Vaughn-Pickrell and her husband, Nick; and grandchildren, Samuel Pickrell and Nicole Pickrell, all of Albuquerque; her sister, Esther Ashton and brother, William Ashton, both in England; and many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, friends, and children who she cared for over the years . She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Bianco Vaughn; her parents, John and Mary Ashton; sister, Mary Reynalds, and brother, John Ashton. Eliza grew up in a fishing town in England. After losing her parents at a young age, she grew up in an orphanage. When she was old enough to leave "the home," she pursued an education as a pastry chef. But it was WWII in England and she went to work at a munitions factory to help the war effort. Since it was wartime, the USO held dances for soldiers and civilian workers stationed in England. That's where Eliza met Herman. They soon married and were transferred to Kirtland AFB, where Herman retired from the Air Force in 1960. Sadly, he died of cancer in 1963. Eliza, also known as Margaret, went on to raise Michael and Eilene on her own. A natural English nanny (the kids called her Nana), Eliza soon found herself caring for many neighborhood children and then children from throughout the city. She was a member of The Cathedral Church of St. John for over 40 years, where she served several years on the Alter Guild. Eliza liked to travel, take car rides, knit beautiful sweaters and afghans, go to the casinos, watch Jeopardy, men's tennis (especially Wimbledon), the Hallmark Channel, and Western movies. She also liked to cheer on the Lobo Men's Basketball team. She had incredible strength that got her through many losses in her life; a wonderful (albeit English) sense of humor that brightened the days of those she encountered, and a zest for life that kept her going for so many years. She will be deeply missed by everyone who knew her. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. Chapel, Monday, January 21, 2008 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at The Cathedral Church of St. John, 318 Silver SW (corner of Silver and 4th St. downtown). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the organization of your choice. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Mon January 21, 2008